We are back with another round of our 2050x Fund which offers financial support to empower climate action projects! If you’re 18-35 years old, based in Scotland, and looking for funding for a project that tackles any area of the Climate Crisis, read on for more info and how to apply!
Read MoreIn a time of environmental crises such as climate change, pollution, and resource depletion, we are confronted with unprecedented urgency to reconsider our relationship with materials. As an artist, I know first-hand the issues of toxicity and waste involved in the arts industry. Is it hypocritical that I want to help the environment while following an artistic career?
Read MoreThe Patchery - a 2050x Funded project are doing some wonderful things to #InvestInOurPlanet. Get into the spirit of #EarthDay22 by reading this blog to find out more about the exciting project and how to get involved!
Read MoreScotland’s unique landscape is already suffering the brunt of climate change through a mix of coastal erosion, flooding, and generally warmer and wetter conditions. One of the major mitigators of the effects of climate change is forestry. Jack Barrie’s recent project supported by the 2050x Fund focused on increasing forest cover in the Dumfries and Galloway area. Read on to find out more about Jack’s 2050x story!
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In this blog, Isobel Thomas-Horton tells us about the World + 3 Degrees project, which used funding from 2050 Climate Group’s 2050x Fund to create a hybrid academic journal and student zine about the wide-ranging impacts three degrees of climate warming will have on the world. The finished product was circulated amongst COP26 delegates.
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Through our 2050x Fund the 2050 Climate Group offers financial support for projects aiming to tackle an aspect of climate change. This unique opportunity is open to all 18 - 35 year olds, based in Scotland, who have a project idea that requires some extra resources and support.
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Earlier this year, I applied to the 2050x fund with a hope to create a new product line which would build on my sustainability principles, whilst also solving a couple of different problems I'd observed among my peers.
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A “Kinder world” is a series storytelling and arts workshops supported by 2050x fund. The workshops were held in July 2021 at The Old Mill Gallery & Bookshop in Palnackie. Kirsty Turpie who has been leading this effort, talked to us about this experience.
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This is Scotland’s Year of Climate Action, the year when we host the UN Climate Change conference, COP26. A historic opportunity! But can governments imagine the new future or are we consigned to repeat our mistakes until it is too late?
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